Barry County, MI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
62,982 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,873 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$243,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$582 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$738 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
4
Michigan
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro Area
3
Michigan
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 23
Feb 2 12 26
Mar 2 6 35
Apr 3 1 47
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 3 39
Dec 2 15 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 6%

Schools

Star Elementary School
4 miles, NE 3.2 star
Hastings High School
4 miles, NE 1.4 star
Southeastern Elementary School
4 miles, NE 2.3 star
Hastings Middle School
4 miles, NE 1.9 star

Colleges

Kellogg Community College
18 miles, S 1.4 star
Wright Beauty Academy
20 miles, S 1 star

Hospitals

Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
19 miles, S 4.1 star
Borgess Medical Center
23 miles, SW 4.1 star
Bronson Methodist Hospital
25 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Gerald R Ford International Airport
23 miles, N 2.3 star
Muskegon County Airport
62 miles, NW 1 star